Gangtey Lodge

Gangtey Valley, Bhutan

Conceived as a luxurious interpretation of the traditional Bhutanese farmhouse, the architecture and interior design are grounded in a deep respect for local culture, materials, craftsmanship and design traditions. Windows and structural elements are carefully positioned to frame the Gangtey Valley with a sense of quiet drama, allowing the landscape to remain a constant presence throughout the lodge.

Guests are enveloped in a warm palette of reds and yellows, complemented by stone, timber and open fireplaces that anchor the interiors and create a sense of comfort and intimacy. Design detailing draws from Bhutanese culture through textures, patterns and forms, interpreted with restraint and elegance to create spaces that feel authentically Bhutanese yet distinctly fresh and contemporary.

Guest rooms and public areas feature a curated collection of hand-crafted textiles, artefacts and ornaments, celebrating traditional motifs while enhancing the tactile richness of the interiors. Landscaping is thoughtfully integrated and highly sensitive to the surrounding district, reinforcing the lodge’s strong sense of place and connection to its setting.

The project comprises twelve master suites, a central lodge with lounge and dining spaces, staff accommodation and essential operational amenities.

AWARDS

2020 Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards
Top 30 Hotels in Asia

2020 Trip Advisor Travelers’ Choice Awards Best of the Best
No 7, Top 25 Boutique Luxury Hotels in the World

2019 Travel + Leisure World’s Best Awards
No 5, Top Best Resorts in Asia

2019 Travel + Leisure World’s Best Awards
26th, Top 100 Best Hotels in the World

2019 Condé Nast Traveller Readers’ Choice Awards
Top 20 Best Resorts in Asia

2019 Fodor’s Finest
Best 100 Hotels in the World

2018 Condé Nast Traveller Magazine Readers’ Choice Awards
Top 20 Best Hotels in Asia

2018 Trip Advisor Travellers’ Choice
Top 25 Best Small Hotels in Asia

2017 Condé Nast Traveller Readers’ Choice Award
No 5 in Asia

2015 Condé Nast Traveller Johansens Award
Winner Best Destination Hotel

2014 Travel + Leisure Design Awards
Winner Boutique Hotel of the year

2014 Condé Nast Traveller
Hot List Best New Hotels

2014 Architectural Digest
Best Remote Hotel

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